How to make a storm in a jar - a fun science experiment!

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Did you know that you can simulate a snow storm in a jar?

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Gather your snow storm project materials

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Fill your mason jar with baby oil and water

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Add paint, glitter, and food coloring

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Drop in the Alka-Seltzer tablet...

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... and you get a snowstorm!

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Here's the science behind the storm in a jar

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Because oil is less dense than water, the water sinks to the bottom of the jar.

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The Alka-Seltzer's reaction with the water creates an upward pressure...

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More fun science for kids

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How to make a storm in a jar - a fun science experiment!